Dum aloo vs paneer tikka masala: calories and protein compared
Short answer: for fat loss pick paneer tikka masala; for muscle gain paneer tikka masala does more. The numbers are per usual serving, so check the serving sizes in the table.
| Per serving | Dum aloo | Paneer tikka masala |
|---|---|---|
| Serving | 1 katori · 150 g | 1 katori · 150 g |
| Calories | 212 kcal | 344 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g | 16 g |
| Carbs | 24 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 29 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 1.7 g | 4.5 g |
| Calories from fat | 46% | 75% |
What the numbers say
- Paneer tikka masala has 132 kcal more a serving than dum aloo. One serving of paneer tikka masala has the calories of about 1.6 servings of dum aloo.
- Paneer tikka masala has more protein: 16 g vs 4 g.
- For protein per calorie, paneer tikka masala wins with 4.5 g per 100 kcal.
Which to pick
- Losing fat: Paneer tikka masala, because it gives more protein for each calorie, which keeps you full and protects muscle.
- Building muscle: Paneer tikka masala, because it brings more protein a serving.
- Either way: the cooking fat moves both numbers most. Halving the oil or ghee is the easiest cut.